Teaching the Olympic Martial Arts Taekwondo

1. Teaching the Olympic Martial Arts (Taekwondo, Judo & Wrestling) David Curby, EdD Thank you for coming. I am glad to be here today representing NIU I want to thank District 219 and NNHS for allowing me the freedom to experiment and the support to implement quality physical education programs. First a definition Martial arts are systems of codified practices and traditions of training for combat. The word 'martial' derives from the name of Mars, the Roman god of war. The term 'martial arts' literally means arts of war. In popular culture, the term "Martial Arts" often specifically refers to the combat systems that originated in Asian cultures. However, the term actually refers to any sort of codified combat systems, regardless of origin. Thank you for coming. I am glad to be here today representing NIU I want to thank District 219 and NNHS for allowing me the freedom to experiment and the support to implement quality physical education programs. First a definition Martial arts are systems of codified practices and traditions of training for combat. The word 'martial' derives from the name of Mars, the Roman god of war. The term 'martial arts' literally means arts of war. In popular culture, the term "Martial Arts" often specifically refers to the combat systems that originated in Asian cultures. However, the term actually refers to any sort of codified combat systems, regardless of origin.

2. My Objectives: Promote an understanding of the basics of three outstanding Olympic sports. Share methods of safely combining all three in a secondary introductory unit. Identify what these activities have to offer to a well-rounded skill and fitness based curriculum. Encourage interested teachers to establish similar units in their curriculum. While boxing and fencing can be considered to be Martial Arts or Combative Sports, I selected Taekwondo, Judo, and Wrestling as the Olympic Martial Arts to be included in my Physical Education curriculum. Flexibility Tumbling Strength Physical Education curricula are most often the result of the confluence of facilities, expertise, interest and energy!While boxing and fencing can be considered to be Martial Arts or Combative Sports, I selected Taekwondo, Judo, and Wrestling as the Olympic Martial Arts to be included in my Physical Education curriculum. Flexibility Tumbling Strength Physical Education curricula are most often the result of the confluence of facilities, expertise, interest and energy!

3. History-The Why & How? Wrestling for boys and something else for girls? Drop wrestling? ???? Expansion of women�s sports. What we tried at NNHS- Olympic Martial Arts! I was a wrestler in college and following my graduation from Michigan in 1975 I began my teaching career at Lyons Township HS. I was happy to find that wrestling was in the frosh curriculum for boys. Moving to a coed program created new challenges. I was a wrestler in college and following my graduation from Michigan in 1975 I began my teaching career at Lyons Township HS. I was happy to find that wrestling was in the frosh curriculum for boys. Moving to a coed program created new challenges.

4. An activity for all sizes The 6th most popular boys sport Great facilities in many schools Relatively inexpensive Sportsmanship Development of Responsibility Self Discipline Self Confidence I did not want to walk away from wrestling. Too many positives!I did not want to walk away from wrestling. Too many positives!

5. PARTICIPATION INDICATORS NFHS 2007-08 ATHLETICS PARTICIPATION TOP 10 SPORTS FOR BOYS 1. Football 1,108,286 2. Basketball 552,935 3. Track & Field 548,821 4. Baseball 478,029 5. Soccer 383,561 6. Wrestling 259,688 7. Cross Country 221,109 8. Golf 159,958 9. Tennis 156,285 10. Swim & Diving 111,896

6. Problems Solutions Gender Issues ����... Fear/Proximity/Silliness� Safety�������� Combative Nature����. �Bullying� & Fighting No Background����. Teachers Students Power of the Olympics Initially No Contact ? Grasp Gi ? Grasp Partner Keep it Simple-only basics Develop the Desired Atmosphere Provide Support (resources) Keep it Interesting Culture/Heroes Traditionally, combative sports were labeled for men only. Coed PE programs changed the landscape separate during these units some girls wanted wrestling Wrestling became an accepted international sport-how can you say no? Traditionally, combative sports were labeled for men only. Coed PE programs changed the landscape separate during these units some girls wanted wrestling Wrestling became an accepted international sport-how can you say no?

7. Taekwondo Tae (Foot): the use of feet techniques to strike or block with the foot or to kick Kwon (Fist): the use of hand techniques to strike or block with hand Do: �the way of� or �art �The art of feet and hands� �The way of using hand and foot� So we started with Taekwondo!So we started with Taekwondo!

8. Taekwondo Culture ?? � Junbi - Ready?? � Kihop - yell when striking ?? - Cha-ryeot - Attention History Demo sport in 1988 Official Olympic Sport in Sydney 2000 As are all three sports-this is a sport for both men and women and all sizes. It grabs the kids attention. We also took advantage of the cultural ties, since we have many Korean students.As are all three sports-this is a sport for both men and women and all sizes. It grabs the kids attention. We also took advantage of the cultural ties, since we have many Korean students.

9. Women�s Taekwondo Champions-Beijing Olympics Some of the top countries along with Korea are China, Iran, USASome of the top countries along with Korea are China, Iran, USA

10. Men�s Taekwondo Champions-Beijing Olympics

11. Taekwondo Here is some highlite video from Athens. I was unsure of wireless access in here. We have used You Tube a lot.Here is some highlite video from Athens. I was unsure of wireless access in here. We have used You Tube a lot.

12. Solutions: Respectful Atmosphere Viking Spirit Creed: � I will RESPECT my teacher, my training partner, and the sport; and my work will bring HONOR to my school and my family.� Of course high end competition can be rough and we wanted to reduce the fighting aspect so we: Olympic Martial Arts - Start of Class Procedures � Sit Bow It is the nature of many of the Asian Martial Arts to have a deep relationship with self-discipline, along with the development of our mental/spiritual side. This is reflected in how these subjects are taught � in a serious atmosphere emphasizing respect and discipline. In order to establish this atmosphere in our classes, we will use the following creed at the beginning of each class, during this unit. Following a bow from the teacher and a reciprocating bow from the class, the entire group will recite the Viking Spirit Creed: � Of course high end competition can be rough and we wanted to reduce the fighting aspect so we: Olympic Martial Arts - Start of Class Procedures � Sit Bow It is the nature of many of the Asian Martial Arts to have a deep relationship with self-discipline, along with the development of our mental/spiritual side. This is reflected in how these subjects are taught � in a serious atmosphere emphasizing respect and discipline. In order to establish this atmosphere in our classes, we will use the following creed at the beginning of each class, during this unit. Following a bow from the teacher and a reciprocating bow from the class, the entire group will recite the Viking Spirit Creed: �

13. Taekwondo We produced a simple instructional DVD To be used in the gym. I t worked quite well for both the teachers and in class. We worked on hip flexibility quite a bit and the kids saw the need! We had a simple skill test listed on the bock plan we passed out. So after six days with Taekwondo we moved to judo I t worked quite well for both the teachers and in class. We worked on hip flexibility quite a bit and the kids saw the need! We had a simple skill test listed on the bock plan we passed out. So after six days with Taekwondo we moved to judo

14. Judo Judo, which is translated as the "gentle way", teaches the principle of flexibility in the application of technique. This is the flexible or efficient use of balance, leverage, and movement in the performance of Judo throws and other skills. Skill, technique and timing, rather than the use of brute strength, are the essential ingredients for success in Judo. For example, in Judo classes you may learn how to give way, rather than use force, to overcome a stronger opponent. We begin with the teaching of break falls which is like tumbling Judo, which is translated as the "gentle way", teaches the principle of flexibility in the application of technique. This is the flexible or efficient use of balance, leverage, and movement in the performance of Judo throws and other skills. Skill, technique and timing, rather than the use of brute strength, are the essential ingredients for success in Judo. For example, in Judo classes you may learn how to give way, rather than use force, to overcome a stronger opponent. We begin with the teaching of break falls which is like tumbling

15. Judo Developed by Dr Jigoro Kano in the 1880s, the sport broke into the Olympic Games in 1964 at Tokyo. The host country could add one sport, and Japan chose judo. Olympic sport since 1964 Of course, it is derived in part from jujitsu, the hand-to-hand combat technique of ancient samurai warriors. It is the most widely practiced martial at sport in the world. Olympic sport since 1964 Of course, it is derived in part from jujitsu, the hand-to-hand combat technique of ancient samurai warriors. It is the most widely practiced martial at sport in the world.

16. Women�s Judo Champions-Beijing Olympics 7 weight classes for both men and women7 weight classes for both men and women

17. Men�s Judo Champions-Beijing Olympics Japan, Russia, China, France, Brazil are among the world powers.Japan, Russia, China, France, Brazil are among the world powers.

18. Judo Kesa-Getami Shoulder Throw (Seoi Naga) We begin on the knees with a simple collar and elbow grip and try some simple off-balancing moves. A simple hold down technique can be safely done live after a little practice. We begin the shoulder throw with the thrower on their knees and emphasize the need to tuck and roll. We tie this move into an act of self defense. On our feet we also practice some inside sweeps or trips. Let�s see some clips from our class.We begin on the knees with a simple collar and elbow grip and try some simple off-balancing moves. A simple hold down technique can be safely done live after a little practice. We begin the shoulder throw with the thrower on their knees and emphasize the need to tuck and roll. We tie this move into an act of self defense. On our feet we also practice some inside sweeps or trips. Let�s see some clips from our class.

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20. We Finish With Wrestling-�The Oldest Sport� From the Egyptians 3000 BC to the ancient Greeks, to the first modern Olympics!

21. Most countries or cultures have their own distinctive �Folkstyle Wrestling� There are many styles of wrestling which have been specifically developed throughout history around the world, and are a part of the folklore or culture of the region. Each of the continents that have indigenous populations have examples of these �folkstyles� of wrestling.There are many styles of wrestling which have been specifically developed throughout history around the world, and are a part of the folklore or culture of the region. Each of the continents that have indigenous populations have examples of these �folkstyles� of wrestling.

22. Yawalapiti indians practice Huka Huka wrestling in the center of their village in the Alto Xingu area, in the lower Amazon, on May 11, 2002. A communal hut, which houses the head of a family, his children's families and grandchildren, can be seen in the background. Huka Huka freestyle wrestling is the main sport practiced by Xinguano tribes, although they are avid soccer fans. The Yawalipiti are one of 17 tribes living inside the Xingu Indigenous Park, a reserve created in 1961 roughly the size of Belgium, to protect the indians. The Yawalapiti are now a tribe of 180 people that half a century ago was threatened with extinction. Yawalapiti indians practice Huka Huka wrestling in the center of their village in the Alto Xingu area, in the lower Amazon, on May 11, 2002. A communal hut, which houses the head of a family, his children's families and grandchildren, can be seen in the background. Huka Huka freestyle wrestling is the main sport practiced by Xinguano tribes, although they are avid soccer fans. The Yawalipiti are one of 17 tribes living inside the Xingu Indigenous Park, a reserve created in 1961 roughly the size of Belgium, to protect the indians. The Yawalapiti are now a tribe of 180 people that half a century ago was threatened with extinction.

23. Cumberland Style - England

24. Nubians from Sudan A thousand feet above the Bongoi river in the Lafit Mts, where Abyssinia, Kenya, Uganda and the Belgian Congo huddle round the southern tip of the Sudan, is Ilyeu village, home of the Latuko tribe. The Latukos are amongst the most primitive people in Africa today. Until 1863 they have never seen a white man and until very recently a Latuko was not reckoned a man until his spear had been wetted in human blood. British administration has stopped tribal wars which have now been replaced by spectacular hunts involving great courage and accuracy with the spear. Photo shows: In the village of Ilyeu the Latuko warriors often while away the time with wrestling contests. Here two contestants are being encouraged by a semi-circle of onlookers. A thousand feet above the Bongoi river in the Lafit Mts, where Abyssinia, Kenya, Uganda and the Belgian Congo huddle round the southern tip of the Sudan, is Ilyeu village, home of the Latuko tribe. The Latukos are amongst the most primitive people in Africa today. Until 1863 they have never seen a white man and until very recently a Latuko was not reckoned a man until his spear had been wetted in human blood. British administration has stopped tribal wars which have now been replaced by spectacular hunts involving great courage and accuracy with the spear. Photo shows: In the village of Ilyeu the Latuko warriors often while away the time with wrestling contests. Here two contestants are being encouraged by a semi-circle of onlookers.

25. TurkishOil Wrestling Two pairs of oil wrestlers fight each other at the annual Kirkpinar wrestling festival. The wrestlers' bodies are coated thickly with oil, which makes them more difficult to grip and keeps competition fierce. Champions from eight weight divisions are rewarded with money and prizes. Two pairs of oil wrestlers fight each other at the annual Kirkpinar wrestling festival. The wrestlers' bodies are coated thickly with oil, which makes them more difficult to grip and keeps competition fierce. Champions from eight weight divisions are rewarded with money and prizes.

26. Naadam is the biggest event in the Mongolian calendar held on July 11 to 13, on the anniversary of the Mongolian revolution of 1921. Concerts, fairs and traditional sports like wrestling, archery and horse racing are held during the celebration. Since there are no weight divisions in Mongolian wrestling, larger men tend to have a distinct advantage. Naadam is the biggest event in the Mongolian calendar held on July 11 to 13, on the anniversary of the Mongolian revolution of 1921. Concerts, fairs and traditional sports like wrestling, archery and horse racing are held during the celebration. Since there are no weight divisions in Mongolian wrestling, larger men tend to have a distinct advantage.

27. Japanese Sumo Sumo (?? Sumo) is a competition contact sport where two wrestlers called rikishii face off in a circular area. The sport is of Japanese origin and is surrounded by ceremony and ritual. The Japanese consider Sumo a gendai budo: a modern Japanese martial art, even though the sport has a history spanning many centuries. The Sumo tradition is very ancient, and even today the sport includes many ritual elements, such as the use of salt for purification, from the days Sumo was used in the Shinto religion. The winner of a Sumo bout is mainly determined by two rules: The first person to touch the ground with any part of his person other than the soles of his feet loses. The first person to touch the ground outside the ring loses. Sumo (?? Sumo) is a competition contact sport where two wrestlers called rikishii face off in a circular area. The sport is of Japanese origin and is surrounded by ceremony and ritual. The Japanese consider Sumo a gendai budo: a modern Japanese martial art, even though the sport has a history spanning many centuries. The Sumo tradition is very ancient, and even today the sport includes many ritual elements, such as the use of salt for purification, from the days Sumo was used in the Shinto religion. The winner of a Sumo bout is mainly determined by two rules: The first person to touch the ground with any part of his person other than the soles of his feet loses. The first person to touch the ground outside the ring loses.

28. Australian Aboriginies

29. American �Folkstyle�

30. Women�s FS Wrestling Olympic Champions Japan has been the dominant force. American women are 4th on the all-time medal list.Japan has been the dominant force. American women are 4th on the all-time medal list.

31. Women�s Freestyle Wrestling I have worked with USA Wrestling in testing many of its athletes. I have tested some women. They are some remarkable people! Here is a promo video to gain sponsorships I helped make for a wrestler who retired after Beijing.I have worked with USA Wrestling in testing many of its athletes. I have tested some women. They are some remarkable people! Here is a promo video to gain sponsorships I helped make for a wrestler who retired after Beijing.

32. Men�s FS Wrestling Olympic Champions Freestyle wrestling is quite close to our American folkstyle, or collegiate style. We have always been among the top countries in the world, but Russia dominates.Freestyle wrestling is quite close to our American folkstyle, or collegiate style. We have always been among the top countries in the world, but Russia dominates.

33. Men�s FreestyleHenry Cejudo 55 kg Gold

34. Men�s GR Wrestling Olympic Champions Greco Roman wrestling is the other style of wrestling in international competition. It allows no holds below the waist. It is popular throughout the world and especially in Europe. Here is a clip from the National semifinals to select the team for the world championships.Greco Roman wrestling is the other style of wrestling in international competition. It allows no holds below the waist. It is popular throughout the world and especially in Europe. Here is a clip from the National semifinals to select the team for the world championships.

35. Greco-Roman

36. Wrestling Lessons Games Techniques Arm Wrestling Begin on the mat in Indian Wrestling �referee�s position Sumo side roll Ankle Tag breakdowns many more� cradle On feet for single leg TD At Niles North we started our wrestling with some wrestling games. Here is a video clip showing some of these. At Niles North we started our wrestling with some wrestling games. Here is a video clip showing some of these.

38. We placed this unit in the frosh curriculum in the fall.We placed this unit in the frosh curriculum in the fall.

39. Other Considerations Matching of partners Space � circles are best falling on others is to be avoided Padding �Live� action? Written Test Staff In-service

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